The Blue Man Group ended their 34-year run in NYC, leaving fans and cast with emotional farewells as reported by Eyewitness News and the New York Post.

The UN Plaza in Manhattan is set for a $500 million revamp, while the UN Plaza in San Francisco expands its skatepark, reflecting efforts to enhance public spaces.

NY Governor Hochul signed laws protecting reproductive rights, responding to restrictive policies in other states post-Dobbs. Measures include safety for medication abortion and infrastructure funding.

Mayor Eric Adams initiates "Jobs Week" and the "Race for Space" program to repurpose NYC's commercial spaces, aiming to boost job creation and reduce office vacancy rates.

Two Chinese chemical company executives were convicted of importing fentanyl precursors and money laundering, involving the takedown of websites and cryptocurrency accounts linked to the opioid crisis.

Beyoncé announces "Cowboy Carter Tour" dates, starting in Los Angeles and including limited cities in the US and Europe, with presale tickets available from February 13.

A fire in East Harlem injured two residents and a firefighter, while a separate fire in Hamilton Heights resulted in another firefighter's serious injury.

An elderly man, believed to be homeless, was found dead on a No. 1 train in Times Square, with no foul play suspected. The incident caused subway delays.

NYC's ambulance response times for critical emergencies have increased, with FDNY citing staffing issues as a cause. The FDNY is seeking solutions, including telehealth, to improve service.

A 78-year-old man fell down an elevator shaft in the Bronx and is recovering; officials performed a rescue and the landlord received violations for poor maintenance.

The MTA's Access-A-Ride service for disabled New Yorkers faces safety concerns, including issues with driver training and vehicle equipment. Efforts to address these include the MTA dropping a major vendor to ensure high-quality service.

New York City skies will feature a visible "parade of planets" after sunset, including Venus, Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn, some viewable with the naked eye.

New York lawmakers introduced a bill to maintain housing discrimination protections, regardless of federal changes, by solidifying the 'disparate impact' standard in state law.